BMW 3 series 2008 vs BMW 3 series 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series 2008 is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series 2008 engine produces 55 HP more power than BMW 3 series 2005, whereas torque is 70 NM more than BMW 3 series 2005. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series 2008 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 5.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 6.3 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series 2008 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2005, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series 2008 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2005. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 61 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1120 km in combined cycle | 1080 km in combined cycle | |
| 1320 km on highway | 1380 km on highway | ||
| 1010 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
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BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked most of the time, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series 2005 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | Used also on BMW 1 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series 2008 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2008 is 1 cm longer than the BMW 3 series 2005, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 460 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 460 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`045 | 1`950 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 5800 | 4600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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