2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 and 2007 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 763 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
