2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City 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 161 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |