2004 BMW X3 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (600 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (290 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
