2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
