2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |