2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 588 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X5 2007 Dodge Ram
Make BMW Dodge
Model X5 Ram
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 5653 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 2668 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 132 L


 

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