2004 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 120 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |