2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 882 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
