2009 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
