2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
