2003 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 439 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 102 L |
