2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dakota | 125 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
