2005 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 530 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
