2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Fit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |