2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
