2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |