2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. 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) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |
