2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW X5 (481 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 102 L |
