2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Subaru G3X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Subaru G3X. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | G3X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |