2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
