2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Luxgen | BMW |
| Model | Luxgen7 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4845 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1876 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1400 mm |
