2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5654 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
