Audi A4 Base 2015vsBMW 3 Base 2015
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Key Specs Comparison
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 184 hp✓ |
| Torque | 320 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.3 s | 7.1 s✓ |
| Top Speed | 218 km/h | 235 km/h✓ |
| Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg✓ |
| Trunk | 480 L | 480 L |
| Fuel (combined) | 4.7 L/100km✓ | 5.8 L/100km |
How They Compare
- The BMW 3 puts out 34 more horsepower (184 hp vs 150 hp).
- The BMW 3 hits 0–60 mph 2.2 seconds faster (7.1s vs 9.3s).
- The Audi A4 is more fuel-efficient at 4.7L/100km combined vs 5.8L/100km.
- The BMW 3 has a higher top speed: 235 km/h vs 218 km/h.
- The Audi A4 delivers more torque: 320 Nm vs 270 Nm.
Radar Comparison
Performance at a Glance
Horsepower
Audi A4150 hp
BMW 3184 hp
0–100 km/h
Audi A49.3 s
BMW 37.1 s
Top Speed
Audi A4218 km/h
BMW 3235 km/h
Weight
Audi A41470 kg
BMW 31430 kg
Trunk Volume
Audi A4480 L
BMW 3480 L
Full Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 150 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Displacement | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.3 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 218 km/h | 235 km/h |
Efficiency
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel (combined) | 4.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| CO₂ | 122 g/km | 134 g/km |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4703 mm | 4624 mm |
| Width | 1826 mm | 1811 mm |
| Height | 1427 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2808 mm | 2810 mm |
| Trunk | 480 L | 480 L |
| Curb Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg |
Drivetrain
| Spec | Audi A4 | BMW 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Transmission | Manual 6-speed | Automatic 8-speed |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Verdict
🏆 BMW 3 Base 2015
51 vs 49 points
The BMW 3 edges ahead on overall specs. The Audi wins on: efficiency. The BMW wins on: power, performance.