2007 Audi TT vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
