2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (630 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | X3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |