2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. 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 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |