2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 751 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |