2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 898 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Durango | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
