2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 335 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |
