2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (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 320. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 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 320 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |