2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 109 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 102 L |