1994 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 51 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
