2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |