2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
