2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 171 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 823 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
