2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |