2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW X3 and 2010 BMW X6 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
