2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
