2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Equinox | 530 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
