2012 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
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2012 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |