2010 BMW 535 vs. 2011 BMW 535

To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 535 and 2011 BMW 535 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.

Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, both vehicles can yield 406 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2010 BMW 535 2011 BMW 535
Make BMW BMW
Model 535 535
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 2135 kg
Vehicle Length 4999 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3066 mm 3071 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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