2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
