2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 539 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | X3 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 94 L |
