2001 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |