2003 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
