2003 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 431 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
