2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X3 | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |