2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic vs. 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic and 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport 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 2.0D Sport (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic. 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic | 2008 BMW X3 2.0D Sport | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |