2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 357 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |