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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 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 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
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 | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |