2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
