2006 BMW 645 vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 645 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
