2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |
