2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |
