2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dakota | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
