2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 and 2004 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (279 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |