2003 BMW X3 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 9 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 19 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
