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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 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 430 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 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
