2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 242 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Alpina | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |
