2004 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 BMW 545 and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2004 BMW 545.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
