2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
