2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 BMW X5 and 2007 BMW 328 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
