2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 BMW X5 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |