2002 Audi S3 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
