2011 Audi A5 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A5 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | X3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |