2003 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X3 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
