2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
