2003 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 BMW X3.

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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X3 2001 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model X3 Terracan
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 98 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 65 L


 

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