2004 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1091 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
