2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 25. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 530 | 25 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |