2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW X3 .
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
