2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina

To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Holden Berlina were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.

Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X3 2003 Holden Berlina
Make BMW Holden
Model X3 Berlina
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm


 

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