2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Kia Magentis 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Magentis. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 530 | Magentis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |