2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW 525 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 525 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |