2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. 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 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
