2001 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
