2006 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW X3 and 2007 Toyota Quantum are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |