2009 Geely CK vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Geely CK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Geely CK would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Geely CK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Geely | BMW |
| Model | CK | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
