1990 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
