1987 Audi 90 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
