2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |