2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 23 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.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
