1998 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 877 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 691 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |