2008 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
