2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 320. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
