2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
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 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Durango | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |