2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
