2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 958 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 2010 BMW 120. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
