2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Rodeo | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Rodeo | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2968 mm |