2006 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger

To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger, 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 750 2012 Dodge Avenger
Make BMW Dodge
Model 750 Avenger
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1634 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4892 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2766 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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