2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Pickup | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |