2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |