2002 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
