1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 BMW X3
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
