2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Altezza | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
