2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |