2010 BMW M3 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, both 2010 BMW M3 and 2010 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 BMW M3.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2010 BMW M3 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
