Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (E36) 325 tds (143 Hp) Automatic & BMW 3 Series Convertible (E93, facelift 2010) 320d (184 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 3 Series | 3 Series |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (E36) | 3 Series Convertible (E93, facelift 2010) |
| Engine / modification: | 325 tds (143 Hp) Automatic | 320d (184 Hp) |
| Production start: | 1993 year | 2010 year |
| Production end: | 1999 year | 2013 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 11.0 l/100 km | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.28 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 65 l | 61 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 | |
| CO2 emissions: | 135 g/km | |
| Power: | 143 hp | 184 hp |
| Max power in: | 4800 rpm. | 4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 211 km/h | 228 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 11.0 sec | 8.3 sec |
| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 2200 rpm. | 380 Nm @ 1900-2750 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M51D25 | N47D20 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2498 cm3 | 1995 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 8.8 l | 7.5 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger | Turbocharger / Intercooler |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | OHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 22 | 16.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 4433 mm | 4612 mm |
| Width: | 1698 mm | 1782 mm |
| Height: | 1393 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Front track: | 1418 mm | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1431 mm | 1513 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 130 mm | 138 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 435 l | 210 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 350 l | |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | Independent, spring |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | Multi-link independent |
| Max weight: | 1810 kg | 2085 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Ventilated discs |
| Kerb Weight: | 1425 kg | 1655 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Electric Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 745 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/60 R15 | 225/45 R17 91W |
| Wheel rims size: | R15 | 8J x 17 |