2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
