2003 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 545 | Journey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 328 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |