2008 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |