2000 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
