2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X5 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.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | X5 | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 102 L |