2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
