2001 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
