2009 BMW 528 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
