2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 BMW 630

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2005 BMW 630
Make Dodge BMW
Model Ram 630
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5621 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 6300 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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