2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
