2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 652 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |