2007 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 869 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka 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 530 | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 530 | Oka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
