2003 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X3 | Villager |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |