2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |