2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 730 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |