2007 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 BMW 730.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
