2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X3 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 132 L |