2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
