2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
