2003 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
