2006 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M6 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |