BMW X6 2008 vs Dodge Journey 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW X6) 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: | 286 HP | 173 HP | |
| Torque: | 580 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW X6 engine produces 113 HP more power than Dodge Journey, whereas torque is 355 NM more than Dodge Journey. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 | 11.2 | |
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The BMW X6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW X6 consumes 2.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dodge Journey, which means that by driving the BMW X6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 435 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres | 77 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1020 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1190 km on highway | 810 km on highway | ||
| BMW X6 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: | 212 mm (8.3 inches) | 182 mm (7.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X6 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 X6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3 | 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 X6 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 X6 2008 3.0 engine: The BMW M57 engine is regarded as one of the best German-built power units. Its inline-six layout is praised for reliability, and cars equipped with this engine are often more desirable on the used market. Despite delivering strong performance, the ... More about BMW X6 2008 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.98 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.69 m | 1.69 m | |
| BMW X6 is 1 cm shorter than the Dodge Journey, 15 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1450 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 465 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.8 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X6 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Dodge Journey, which means BMW X6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`710 kg | 2`381 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`110 kg | 1`735 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 600 kg | 646 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 800 | 10 600 | |
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