2008 BMW 328 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |
