2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1178 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
