2001 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2001 BMW 325 and 2001 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
