2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
