2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 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 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 763 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Durango | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |