2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 922 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
