1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Avenger | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
