2004 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 545 (447 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 545 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |