2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 848 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 316 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |