2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2008 BMW 523 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 523 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 446 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |