2008 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
