2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Audi S4 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |