2007 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
