2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Allroad | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |