2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 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 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 972 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
