2005 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
