2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
