2013 BMW M3 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, both 2013 BMW M3 and 2013 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 BMW M3 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0 : 1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4618 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
