2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 129 L |
