2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
