2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |