2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 741 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |