2005 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2008 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
