2007 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |
