2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
