2006 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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 Dakota (319 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
