2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dakota | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
