2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Nissan Micra 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2006 Nissan Micra
Make BMW Nissan
Model 530 Micra
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 108 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L