2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 135 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
