2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
