2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
