2004 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 535 | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |