2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 120 | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 102 L |