2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion. 2007 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
