2000 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
