2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
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 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
