2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 2003 Subaru R2. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 30 L |
