2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent, 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 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 530 | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |