2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |