2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dakota | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
