1998 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
