2009 BMW X3 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
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, 2009 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
