2003 BMW 645 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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. 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 645 (450 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 645 | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 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 | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |