2004 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |