2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |