2009 BMW 116 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 782 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 116 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
