2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac SV 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac SV 6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X3 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
