2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |