2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2003 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |