2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
