2009 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 335 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
