2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |