2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
