2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 730 | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |