2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Durango | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
