2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW X3 and 2007 BMW 328 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
