2008 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
