2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
