2008 BMW X3 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
