2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |