2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |