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 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 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 115 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |