2005 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 730 | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |