2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 425 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
