2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 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 101 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |