2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW X3 and 2007 BMW 530 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, both vehicles can yield 480 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.1 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
