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Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi

9 messages,  Last post on Dec 08, 2007 at 9:04 AM

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#2 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [lg12345] by andres3

Dec 06, 2007 (7:38 pm)

Replying to: lg12345 (Dec 04, 2007 12:45 pm)
I think you get a whole lot more powertrain for your money in the 3.2 a3 then the 328xi.
 
You get more horses, and more torque (by a wide margin).
 
If your looking for speed, the 328xi ain't it. now a 330 or 335 is another story.

#3 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [andres3] by kurtamaxxxguy

Dec 06, 2007 (10:03 pm)

Replying to: andres3 (Dec 06, 2007 7:38 pm)
You will probably have more suspension travel and ability to handle bad ruts in the BMW than the A3 3.2, whose AWD seems more oriented for smooth road performance than SUV activities the BMW seems aimed at.
 
who builds BMW's AWD system? Audi's is from Haldex, the same supplier as for VW, Saab and Volvo.

#4 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [kurtamaxxxguy] by circlew

Dec 07, 2007 (4:43 am)

Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (Dec 06, 2007 10:03 pm)
Actually, the suspension travel is extremely minimal in my 2006 330xi.
 
Regards,
OW

#5 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [circlew] by shipo

Dec 07, 2007 (5:52 am)

Replying to: circlew (Dec 07, 2007 4:43 am)
Serious? BMWs have long been know for a good amount of suspension travel and the "xi" is no exception.
 
Best Regards,
Shipo

#6 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [shipo] by circlew

Dec 07, 2007 (6:44 am)

Replying to: shipo (Dec 07, 2007 5:52 am)
So you are saying the E90/92 is known for longer suspension travel? I assume it's relative in the small sedan/coupe class.
 
In my experience the travel is very minimum indeed.
 
Regards,
OW

#7 of 9 Re: Audi A3 3.2 vs BMW 328xi [circlew] by shipo

Dec 07, 2007 (6:56 am)

Replying to: circlew (Dec 07, 2007 6:44 am)
No, I'm saying that ALL BMWs are known for their long suspension travel. That's why/how they can build cars with good handling (with the SP or otherwise) and still provide a ride that doesn't knock the fillings out of your teeth.
 
Best Regards,
Shipo

#8 of 9 no travel? by kurtamaxxxguy

Dec 07, 2007 (8:26 am)

I'm surprised the BMW might be so limited in travel.
 
Does anyone know what the __actual__ amount of suspension travel is in either the Audi or BMW, and do they use hydraulic bushings (like VW and some GM cars) to help damp harshness?

#9 of 9 Re: no travel? [kurtamaxxxguy] by circlew

Dec 08, 2007 (9:04 am)

Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (Dec 07, 2007 8:26 am)
I do not know specifics. I assumed, in error, the BMW suspension in my 330xi was not as long as others. The suspension travel "feels" shorter over large bumps.
 
Shipo straightened me out!
 
I personally never shop a car according to suspension travel stats (if there are any listed anywhere). I learn something new every day!
 
Regards,
OW

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