2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 530 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |