2006 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
