2000 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
