2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Audi Allroad 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Allroad | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |