2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
