2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 6 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 652 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
