2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
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 Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Magnum | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |