2005 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
