2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Durango | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |