2004 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
