2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |