2000 BMW 528 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 528 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
