2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave

To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 578 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2012 Buick Enclave
Make BMW Buick
Model 530 Enclave
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2168 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1842 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L