2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 302 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 691 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |