2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic vs. 2007 BMW 530 xi
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic and 2007 BMW 530 xi were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic and 2007 BMW 530 xi are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530 xi. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530 xi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 xi weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic.
Because 2007 BMW 530 xi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 xi 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 xi has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 xi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 i Steptronic | 2007 BMW 530 xi | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
