2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
