2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 530 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
