2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5654 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |
