2009 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |
