2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 328 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |