2006 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |