2006 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
