2007 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 330 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
