2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Fiat Ulysse 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 Fiat Ulysse 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 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
