2000 Audi A2 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A2 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
