2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |