2003 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |
