2001 BMW 735 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 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) has 22 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 BMW 735. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 735 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
