2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 667 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
