2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 465 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 BMW 328 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 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 328 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |