2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
