2005 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |