2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | HR-V | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
