2007 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
