2005 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 645 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 645 | Q3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |