2009 BMW X6 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X6 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
