2010 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
