2003 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
