2009 BMW 530 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 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, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
