1999 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |
