2012 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
