2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |