2012 BMW X3 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, both 2012 BMW X3 and 2012 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
