DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2003 Kia Optima vs 2003 BMW X3 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Kia Optima

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

71.5–70.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW X3
KiaMakeBMW
OptimaModelX3
2003Model year2003
SedanBody typeSUV
5Seats5
4Doors5

Performance

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW X3
—0–100 km/h8,9 s
209 km/hTop speed208 km/h
2494 ccEngine displacement2494 cc
176 HPPower192 HP
229 NmTorque245 Nm
6Cylinders6

Fuel & Consumption

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW X3
PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank67 lt
—Urban consumption15,6 lt
—Extra-urban consumption8,7 lt
—Average consumption11,2 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW X3
Front-wheel driveDrivetrain4x4
4Gears6
205/60 R15Tyre size235/55 R17
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW X3
4745 mmLength4569 mm
1815 mmWidth1853 mm
1420 mmHeight1674 mm
1450 KgWeight1815 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2795 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2003 Kia Optima and 2003 BMW X3 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Kia Optima leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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