2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
