2006 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
