BMW 3 series engine produces 13 HP more power than Audi 80, whereas torque is 9 NM more than Audi 80.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.0
9.0
The Audi 80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 150 litres more fuel.
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 5 cm shorter than the Audi 80, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
435 litres
425 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
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710 litres
Turning diameter:
10 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1.2 metres less than that of the Audi 80, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
1`795 kg
1`730 kg
Net weight:
1`260 kg
1`270 kg
Load capacity:
535 kg
460 kg
BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 14 procentiem more than Audi 80. Therefore, BMW 3 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Audi 80 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Audi 80, so Audi 80 quality is probably better
