2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 928 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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 (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 93 L |
