2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X3 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |