2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2013 Mini Countryman has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mini Countryman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 530 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
