2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Durango | 525 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
