2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 8 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. Both 2005 BMW 530 and 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 145 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |