2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 314 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2003 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
