2007 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
