2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
