2008 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 335 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
