2006 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |
