2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |