2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mazda MPV 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) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
