2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
