2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
