2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X3 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 129 L |