2009 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
