2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru G3X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru G3X would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Subaru G3X. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | G3X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 41 L |
