2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
