2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 185 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 335. 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 335 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
