2006 BMW 535 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 BMW 535 and 2006 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 BMW 535 and 2006 BMW X3 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 535 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |