1998 BMW M vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 767 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M | Durango |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 102 L |
