2007 BMW 328 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
