2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
