2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
