2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 530 Jetta
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4250 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 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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