2009 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 120 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
