BMW 3 series 2001 vs BMW 5 series 1995

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BMW 3 series
2001 - 2005
BMW 5 series
1995 - 2000
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.8 - 2.52.0 - 4.4

Performance

Power: 115 - 192 HP115 - 286 HP
Torque: 175 - 330 NM190 - 440 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.1 - 12 seconds6.2 - 12 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.5 - 9.55.9 - 12.2
BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 2.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, BMW 3 series equipped with diesel engines consume 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.26 m4.78 m
Width: 1.75 m1.80 m
Height: 1.41 m1.44 m
BMW 3 series is smaller.
BMW 3 series is 52 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 310 litres460 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1100 litresno data
BMW 5 series has more luggage space.
BMW 3 series has 150 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter: 10 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`874~ 2`077
Safety:
Quality:
below average

average
Average price (€): 22002200
Rating in user reviews: 7.9/10 7.9/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
BMW 5 sērija has
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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