2009 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M6 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |