2004 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 891 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
