2006 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2007 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3564 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
