2009 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 265 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
