2007 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 749 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
