2010 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2013 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
