2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 338 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |
