2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 683 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 550 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4701 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |