2006 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
