2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 954 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
