2004 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 535 | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |