2005 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | M80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3700 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 | 520 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
