2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |