2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 161 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1494 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
