2008 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
