2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
