2008 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
