2009 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 692 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (488 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 650 | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |