2003 BMW 545 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |