2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sonoma 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 136 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
