2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mini Cooper 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 530 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |