2004 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
