2006 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 120 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
