2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
