2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316.
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 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
