2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
