2009 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 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 | 1675 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
