2007 Audi S4 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (283 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
