BMW 3 series 2008 vs BMW 3 series 2006

 
BMW 3 series
2008 - 2012
BMW 3 series
2006 - 2008
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Diesel3.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 245 HP197 HP
Torque: 520 NM400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.2 seconds7.6 seconds
BMW 3 series 2008 is more dynamic to drive.
BMW 3 series 2008 engine produces 48 HP more power than BMW 3 series 2006, whereas torque is 120 NM more than BMW 3 series 2006. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series 2008 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.26.9
Real fuel consumption: 7.2 l/100km7.6 l/100km
The BMW 3 series 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2006, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series 2008 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 105 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2006.
Fuel tank capacity: 61 litres61 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 980 km in combined cycle880 km in combined cycle
1170 km on highway1150 km on highway
840 km with real consumption800 km with real consumption
BMW 3 series 2008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 17 years5 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
BMW 3 sērija 2008 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter. The ...  More about BMW 3 sērija 2008 3.0 engine 

BMW 3 sērija 2006 3.0 engine: The BMW M57 engine is regarded as one of the best German-built power units. Its inline-six layout is praised for reliability, and cars equipped with this engine are often more desirable on the used market. Despite delivering strong performance, the ...  More about BMW 3 sērija 2006 3.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.53 m4.52 m
Width: 1.82 m1.82 m
Height: 1.42 m1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2008 is 1 cm longer than the BMW 3 series 2006, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 460 litres460 litres
Turning diameter: 11 meters11 meters
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic 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`0702`055
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

above average
Average price (€): 62004400
Rating in user reviews: 7.3/10 7.7/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • electric power steering
BMW 3 sērija has
  • hydraulic power steering
  • lower price
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