2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 668 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 550 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |