2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
