2006 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
