2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 564 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 300 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
