2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 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 79 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 184 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |