2009 Audi S6 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
