2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 530 and 2006 BMW 530 are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 135 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
