2010 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 118 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
