2008 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 889 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
