1996 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
