2009 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
