2008 BMW 335 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |