2007 BMW X3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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. Both 2007 BMW X3 and 2013 BMW 3 Series are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
