2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 530 | Materia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1493 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |