2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
