2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
