2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Maxima | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |