2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |
