2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
