2003 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X3 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 81 L |
