2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
