2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |