2005 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2005 BMW 316 and 2005 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 316 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 316 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |