2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2003 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
