2000 Audi A8 vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2003 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
