2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 873 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |