2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 530 | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1847 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |