2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |