2004 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
