2008 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
