2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 MG TF were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG TF. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 530 | TF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |