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 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 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 285 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 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 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 | 4392 cc | 4703 cc |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 132 L |