2011 BMW 335 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
