2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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 2002 BMW Z3. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 51 L |
