2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |