2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 530 | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |