2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Magnum | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
