2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
