2011 BMW 535 i vs. 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive

To start off, both 2011 BMW 535 i and 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 BMW 535 i and 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive 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 i xDrive weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 535 i.

Because 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535 i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive 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. 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 535 i has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 535 i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 i xDrive will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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