2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Convertible | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
