2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2993 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |