2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
