2006 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
