2008 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
