2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |