2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 8 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 730 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 540 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |