2011 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2011 BMW X3 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |