2008 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | FXS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
