2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
