2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 4 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
