2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 330 and 2007 BMW X3 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
