2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
