2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 682 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |