2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
