2004 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
