2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
