2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. 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 (407 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
