2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caravan | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |