2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Honda Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 150 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |