2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | X3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
