2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2008 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Avenger. 2008 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
