2006 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |