2005 BMW X5 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 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.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
