2012 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
