2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 6 series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |