2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 200. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 200. 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 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
