2003 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |