2008 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 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, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
