2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |