2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
