2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2003 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |