2011 BMW X3 vs. 2010 BMW X5
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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW X3 and 2010 BMW X5 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 X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
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 X5. (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 X5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X3 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
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 | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |