2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz

To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz.

Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2006 Honda Jazz
Make BMW Honda
Model 530 Jazz
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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