2003 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
