2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 932 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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 (393 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Durango | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 53 L |