2001 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 745 | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1985 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 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 |