2005 BMW M3 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |