2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 7 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 530 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
