BMW X5 2010 vs Dodge Journey 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW X5) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Dodge Journey) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 173 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW X5 engine produces 72 HP more power than Dodge Journey, whereas torque is 315 NM more than Dodge Journey. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 11.2 | |
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The BMW X5 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW X5 consumes 3.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dodge Journey, which means that by driving the BMW X5 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 570 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres | 77 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1140 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1260 km on highway | 810 km on highway | ||
| BMW X5 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 222 mm (8.7 inches) | 182 mm (7.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X5 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 360'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW X5 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 18 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dodge Journey might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW X5 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW X5 2010 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.93 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.69 m | |
| BMW X5 is 3 cm shorter than the Dodge Journey, 10 cm wider, while the height of BMW X5 is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 620 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1750 litres | 1915 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Dodge Journey may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Dodge Journey (by 165 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.8 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X5 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Dodge Journey, which means BMW X5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`755 kg | 2`381 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`075 kg | 1`735 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 680 kg | 646 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 000 | 10 000 | |
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