2008 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (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 M6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 2006 Dodge Ram
Make BMW Dodge
Model M6 Ram
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 8276 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 712 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2472 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption 13.8 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 26.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 23.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 129 L


 

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