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 5,652 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (345 HP @ 5300 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (515 Nm @ 4200 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 | 5652 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
