2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |