2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |