2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |