2001 BMW 530 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, both 2001 BMW 530 and 2001 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
