2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |