2005 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
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 BMW 535 (330 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 535 | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |