2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 163 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 102 L |