2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 6 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
