2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caliber | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |