2012 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, both 2012 BMW X3 and 2012 Dodge Challenger were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
