2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
