2007 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | M80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
