2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |