2003 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa

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 Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.

Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X3 2001 Toyota Verossa
Make BMW Toyota
Model X3 Verossa
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 70 L


 

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