2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
