2008 BMW X3 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
