2006 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. 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 186 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo.
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 @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 530 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2425 mm |