2007 BMW X3 3.0sd vs. 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd and 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic. 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 3.0sd (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 3.0sd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 3.0sd | 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |