2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
