2003 BMW 530 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW 530 and 2002 BMW X5 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |