2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 BMW X6.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
