2011 BMW X3 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, both 2011 BMW X3 and 2011 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X3 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |