2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |