2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |