2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |