2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 829 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
