2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
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 Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
