2003 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 Toyota Solara. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara 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.
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2003 BMW X3 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |