2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 720 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
