2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (355 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 756 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
