2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 BMW M5
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW M5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
