2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 699 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
