2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
