2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X3 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
