2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 467 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 Dakota (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |