2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | ActiveHybrid 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |