2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 847 kg more than 2011 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |