2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
