2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 316 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
