2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |