2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Charger | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
