2009 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
