2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
