2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (480 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (691 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
