2006 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 858 kg |
| 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 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
