2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum

To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum
Make BMW Dodge
Model X5 Magnum
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 72 L


 

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