2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |