2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 8 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 628 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
