2006 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
