2006 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo 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 184 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
