2004 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 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 27 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 869 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
