2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |