2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |