2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
