2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
