2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
