2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |