Dodge Journey 2011 vs BMW X5 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Dodge Journey) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW X5) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 173 HP | 381 HP | |
| Torque: | 225 NM | 740 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 5.3 seconds | |
| Dodge Journey engine produces 208 HP less power than BMW X5, whereas torque is 515 NM less than BMW X5. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 6.7 | |
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The BMW X5 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Journey consumes 4.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X5, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Journey could require 675 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 litres | 85 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 1260 km in combined cycle | |
| 810 km on highway | 1370 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: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW X5 2013: xDrive, based on an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the front-wheel drive (60% of the traction goes to the rear axle) | |||
| Ground clearance: | 182 mm (7.2 inches) | 209 mm (8.2 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: | 360'000 km | 300'000 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 Dodge Journey engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 18 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6 | |
| 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: | no | yes | |
| 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 2013 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.
The ... More about BMW X5 2013 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.69 m | 1.76 m | |
| Dodge Journey and BMW X5 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | 650 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1915 litres | 1870 litres | |
| Dodge Journey has 350 litres less trunk space than the BMW X5. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Dodge Journey (by 45 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 12.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dodge Journey is 1 metres less than that of the BMW X5, which means Dodge Journey can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`381 kg | 2`900 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`735 kg | 2`190 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 646 kg | 710 kg | |
| Dodge Journey load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem less than BMW X5. Therefore, BMW X5 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 10 600 | 21 800 | |
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