2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |