2009 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
