2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |