2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |