2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. 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 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
