1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Avenger | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
