2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango

To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 653 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2005 Dodge Durango
Make BMW Dodge
Model 325 Durango
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 189 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 2138 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 102 L


 

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