2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |