2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 2005 Honda Odyssey. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |