2011 BMW 120 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, both 2011 BMW 120 and 2011 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 120 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |