2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |