BMW 2 series 2017 vs Dodge Charger 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 296 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 353 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW 2 series engine produces 160 HP less power than Dodge Charger, whereas torque is 133 NM less than Dodge Charger. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | 10.0 | |
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The BMW 2 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 2 series consumes 4.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dodge Charger, which means that by driving the BMW 2 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 735 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1010 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1180 km on highway | 920 km on highway | ||
| BMW 2 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 124 mm (4.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 2 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 2 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of BMW 2 series 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Dodge Charger engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X1, BMW 4 sērija | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dodge Charger might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 2 sērija 2017 1.5 engine: The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2017 1.5 engine Dodge Charger 2015 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles. After ... More about Dodge Charger 2015 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 5.04 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.91 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.48 m | |
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BMW 2 series is smaller. BMW 2 series is 61 cm shorter than the Dodge Charger, 13 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 2 series is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | 436 litres | |
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Dodge Charger has more luggage space. BMW 2 series has 46 litres less trunk space than the Dodge Charger. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Dodge Charger, which means BMW 2 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`870 kg | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 18 400 | 14 200 | |
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