2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |