2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW X3

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.

Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 330 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 BMW X3
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 X3
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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