2003 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Holden UTE. 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 2002 Holden UTE. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2002 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
