2008 Audi S3 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 Audi S3 and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Audi S3.
Because 2008 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S3 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 S3 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
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2008 Audi S3 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |