2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 BMW X3

To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 523 2008 BMW X3
Make BMW BMW
Model 523 X3
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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