2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Kia Forte

To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte.

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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2011 Kia Forte
Make BMW Kia
Model 530 Forte
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4341 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L


 

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