2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
