2004 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 988 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
