2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 203 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2004 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 ZAZ Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 ZAZ Wagon | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | ZAZ | BMW |
| Model | Wagon | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
