2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
