2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 125 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
