2006 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
