BMW 3 series 1999 vs BMW 3 series 2003

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BMW 3 series
1999 - 2003
BMW 3 series
2003 - 2006
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.8 - 3.0 (petrol)2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. BMW 3 series 2003 is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types.

Performance

Power: 116 - 231 HP143 - 231 HP
Torque: 175 - 300 NM200 - 410 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 - 12 seconds6.5 - 10 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.1 - 10.05.7 - 9.6
On average, the BMW 3 series 1999 petrol engines consume nearly the same amount of fuel per 100 km as BMW 3 series 2003.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.49 m4.49 m
Width: 1.76 m1.76 m
Height: 1.37 m1.37 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 1999 and BMW 3 series 2003 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 410 litres410 litres
Turning diameter: 10 meters10 meters
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`878~ 1`935
Safety:
Quality:
below average

average
Average price (€): 38004400
Rating in user reviews: 7.7/10 8.2/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower price
BMW 3 sērija has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
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