2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1998 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1998 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X Coupe | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
