2006 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
