2003 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 71 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |