2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
