2006 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1835 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
