2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (332 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | ESX 3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2934 mm |
