2007 BMW 523 vs. 2002 Dodge Razor
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Razor has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Razor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2002 Dodge Razor | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 523 | Razor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
