2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
