2007 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
