2011 BMW 535 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, both 2011 BMW 535 and 2011 BMW X3 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 and 2011 BMW X3 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 311 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 X3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 535 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 535 | X3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |