2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1994 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 | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
