2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X3 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |