2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caravan | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |