2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
