2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 603 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Magnum | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |