2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 466 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
