2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. 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 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Concorde | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
