2004 BMW M3 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
