2008 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
