2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| 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 | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
