2010 BMW X3 vs. 2011 BMW X3

To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW X3 and 2011 BMW X3 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW X3 2011 BMW X3
Make BMW BMW
Model X3 X3
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
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 260 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4569 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1854 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1676 mm 1661 mm
Wheelbase Size 2797 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 67 L


 

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