2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 BMW 328 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |