2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Infiniti M

To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.

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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2010 Infiniti M
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 530 M
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1722 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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