2004 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | M80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
