Almost too many issues to address. 5 is a lot of people so 1st priority is something that will sleep everyone. We love our motor home but really big difference in price between a new MH and say a pull behind trailer or pop-up if that's an issue. Personally, all things being equal I would go with Winnebago. We've toured the factory. Our 2003 Itasca(Winnebago) 30 ft. Class C would sleep 5 if there were a bed over the cab instead of our entertainment center but it would be 2 in a great queen bed, 2 over the cab and 1 on the couch or dinette. I think you can get way more for your dollar with a regular Class C than the newer European style. Incedentally, I think "RV" means recreational vehicle which covers all campers. Sounds like you're looking at "motor homes".