2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |