2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |