2000 BMW Z9 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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 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 78 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 642 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3043 mm |
