2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.5 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 | 1765 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |