2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
