2008 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 897 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 650 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
