2010 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Dakota | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 525 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |