2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 BMW 135 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |