2006 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
