2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
