2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
