2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Rodeo | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2797 mm |
