2007 Audi A3 vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2004 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |