1995 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 1995 BMW M5 and 1995 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 1995 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1995 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
