2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Hyundai Panel Van

To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Hyundai Panel Van 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2006 Hyundai Panel Van
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 530 Panel Van
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2607 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 0 HP
Torque 298 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 22.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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