2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 530 | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |