2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 645. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 645 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |