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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 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. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
