2004 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
