2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram 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 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 912 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
