BMW 3 series 2003 vs BMW 3 series 1999

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BMW 3 series
2003 - 2006
BMW 3 series
1999 - 2003
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel)1.8 - 3.0 (petrol)
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: 143 - 231 HP116 - 231 HP
Torque: 200 - 410 NM175 - 300 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 - 10 seconds6.5 - 12 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 - 9.67.1 - 10.0
On average, the BMW 3 series 2003 petrol engines consume nearly the same amount of fuel per 100 km as BMW 3 series 1999.
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 2003 and BMW 3 series 1999 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 410 litres410 litres
Turning diameter: 10 meters10 meters
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`935~ 1`878
Safety:
Quality:
average

below average
Average price (€): 44003800
Rating in user reviews: 8.2/10 7.7/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
BMW 3 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower price
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