2003 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Venza. 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3. 2008 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
