BMW 3 series 2008 is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series 2008 engine produces 88 HP more power than BMW 3 series 2007, whereas torque is 150 NM more than BMW 3 series 2007. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series 2008 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
7.9
Real fuel consumption:
10.9 l/100km
9.9 l/100km
The BMW 3 series 2007 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2007, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series 2008 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 150 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2007.
Fuel tank capacity:
63 litres
63 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
910 km in combined cycle
790 km in combined cycle
910 km on highway
1010 km on highway
570 km with real consumption
630 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)
BMW 3 sērija 2005: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked most of the time, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At high speeds or when parking, for example, the clutch is disengaged and all power is sent to the rear wheels. DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels individually to regain traction and assist in cornering.
Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2008 is 1 cm longer than the BMW 3 series 2007, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
460 litres
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11 meters
Power steering:
Electric power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.