2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
