2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. 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 Dodge CHARGER. 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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
