1994 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 333 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
