2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc, 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2977 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
