2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
