2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |