2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi Q7 2012 BMW X3
Make Audi BMW
Model Q7 X3
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV 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 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 244 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 67 L


 

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