2009 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 528 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 528 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |