2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |